Dugout Creek Wetland Dam
Key Takeaway
Dugout Creek Wetland Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 3.1% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 245 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | IA03029 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
US Fish & Wildlife Service - Titonka
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dugout Creek Wetland Dam?
Dugout Creek Wetland Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dugout Creek Wetland Dam?
Dugout Creek Wetland Dam is owned by US Fish & Wildlife Service - Titonka (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dugout Creek Wetland Dam built?
Dugout Creek Wetland Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dugout Creek Wetland Dam?
Dugout Creek Wetland Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dugout Creek Wetland Dam?
Dugout Creek Wetland Dam has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.